A festival participant writes on ribbons for the 2026 Naha Dragon Boat Race in Naha City, Japan, May 5, 2026. Boat racing is a long-standing Japanese tradition, originating in the 14th century as a ritual for good fortune and safe travels for fishermen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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NIKON Z 6_2
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